Fortescue Future Industries Hits Milestone on Road to Green Hydrogen
Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) are breaking new ground in their journey towards producing 15 million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030. In a company first, a small team from FFI’s manufacturing arm have designed and built an innovative electrolyser which produces industrial grade hydrogen. This is a major milestone on their road to reaching their […]
Melbourne’s Trams Go Green: Solar Trams Initiative
Trams are a staple in Melbourne. They provide a cheap and easy way to get around the city, but they also run on brown power that contributes to our climate change crisis. However, in a unique initiative, Melbourne’s trams have gone green! The Victorian Government’s Solar Trams Initiative uses solar power to offset 200,000 tonnes […]
Fighting Solar Panel Waste: Reclaiming and Recycling Australian Panels
The rise of solar power in Australia has been phenomenal. In just five years, the country has more than doubled the amount of rooftop solar systems from 1.5 million to 3 million, representing almost 16 gigawatt of installed capacity. With such significant growth comes a significant responsibility – the challenge of managing solar waste. By […]
RE100: NBN Co Commits To 100% Renewable Electricity
The rapid transition to a low and eventually zero carbon economy is underway, and governments are increasingly acting on the global warming crisis. As policymakers fight for more ambitious targets, some of the Australia’s and the world’s largest corporates are already showing leadership by committing to 100% renewable electricity. This week NBN Co announced that […]
Community Solar Gardens: What You Need to Know
Discover the power of community solar gardens in Australia! Join the solar revolution and reduce your energy costs. Learn how solar gardens work, their benefits, and how to get involved.
Solar Trees: What Are They and How Do They Work?
Solar Trees. You’d be forgiven for mistaking them for contemporary abstract works of art—after all, they are an aesthetic marvel. But these unique and striking structures offer more than meets the eye, harnessing the power of the sun to generate clean energy. Table of Contents Solar Trees. You’d be forgiven for mistaking them for contemporary […]
Australia’s Biggest Battery: 300 MW “Victorian Big Battery” Switched On
In November 2020, the Victorian government announced its ambition to build the biggest battery in the Southern Hemisphere. This Wednesday, that ambition become reality – the “Victorian Big Battery” battery station in Moorabool, Geelong was switched on. The 300 MW battery station boasts a capacity more than double that of the Tesla battery in South Australia. It […]
How La Niña Affects Solar and Renewable Energy In Australia
If you live in the north or east of Australia, chances are that you’re in for a cooler than usual, wet, and potentially dangerous summer. The Bureau of Meteorology has declared a La Niña weather event is underway in the Pacific for the second consecutive year. The last time back-to-back La Niñas occurred, Australia was […]
An Easy Guide to Connecting Gas and Electricity When Moving House
Moving house can be a stressful time. Whether you’re a new homeowner, or moving into a rental property, the prospect of dealing with all the paperwork, packing up your belongings, and settling into an unfamiliar suburb can be daunting. But what about connecting gas and electricity at your new address? Fortunately, it’s easy! For most […]
New Qantas “Green Tier” Rewards Sustainable Frequent Flyers
If you walk instead of drive or install solar panels, Qantas will reward you. Qantas is the first airline in the world to reward frequent flyers for being sustainable in the air and on the ground. The Australian national airline is adding a new tier to its loyalty program for frequent flyers. The new “Green […]
